Now in its third edition, this popular textbook equips health care professionals with the tools to navigate legal and ethical challenges effectively. Grounded in the four principles of biomedical ethics – autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence and justice – and aligned with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Codes of Ethics and Codes of Conduct, it provides a clear framework for analysing and approaching complex ethical and legal issues in professional practice.
New to this edition:- Contributions from a diverse team of new and established co-authors- Two brand-new chapters on dispensing and prescribing medications and independent practice- Expanded coverage on rural practice, cultural safety and Indigenous perspectives- Comprehensive updates to reflect changes in law, including human rights legislation and revised professional codesPacked with practical learning tools, this book is an essential resource for students and practitioners, offering a clear decision-making framework to help you act with confidence.
| Format |
Häftad |
| Omfång |
432 sidor |
| Språk |
Engelska |
| Förlag |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Utgivningsdatum |
2026-07-23 |
| ISBN |
9781350513983 |
